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Human Generated Data

Title

Lekythos (oil flask): Seated Figure playing a Lyre flanked by Two Seated Listeners

Date

5th century BCE

People

-

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Department of the Classics, Harvard University, Loan from Dr. George H. Chase, 1977.216.1830

Human Generated Data

Title

Lekythos (oil flask): Seated Figure playing a Lyre flanked by Two Seated Listeners

Date

5th century BCE

Classification

Vessels

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Transfer from the Department of the Classics, Harvard University, Loan from Dr. George H. Chase, 1977.216.1830

Machine Generated Data

Tags

Amazon
created on 2022-06-10

Jar 98.6
Pottery 98.4
Vase 98.1
Jug 79.5
Beverage 73.6
Drink 73.6
Urn 71.9
Porcelain 64.4
Art 64.4
Potted Plant 57.4
Plant 57.4

Clarifai
created on 2023-10-29

no person 99.7
container 98.2
pottery 98.1
one 97.7
art 96.6
vase 96.5
jug 95.4
clay 95.1
ancient 94.9
antique 94.4
still life 92.5
watercraft 92.4
carafe 91.7
sculpture 91.6
empty 90.3
urn 90.1
simplicity 90
metalwork 88.7
handmade 88.6
old 88.5

Imagga
created on 2022-06-10

pitcher 100
vessel 100
container 100
drink 34.2
glass 33.4
bottle 33
vase 26.4
jug 26.1
liquid 22.6
jar 21.1
beverage 20.8
object 20.5
cold 17.2
alcohol 16.6
transparent 16.1
metal 15.3
brown 14.7
can 14.1
water 14
water jug 13.3
bubble 13.2
antique 13
old 12.5
fresh 12.4
pot 12.2
close 12
cool 11.5
craft 11.5
closeup 11.5
party 11.2
cup 11
full 11
nobody 10.9
refreshment 10.9
drop 10.9
traditional 10.8
beer 10.7
retro 10.6
handle 10.5
food 10.3
ice 10.1
history 9.8
clear 9.6
mug 9.6
ancient 9.5
restaurant 9.5
empty 9.4
wine 9.2
vintage 9.1
single 9
kitchen 8.9
wet 8.9
tin 8.8
celebration 8.8
thirst 8.8
decoration 8.7
life 8.6
splash 8.4
bar 8.3
gold 8.2
thirsty 7.8
pour 7.8
fluid 7.8
golden 7.7
crystal 7.5
decorative 7.5
clean 7.5
silver 7.1

Google
created on 2022-06-10

Tableware 94.6
Drinkware 93.5
Dishware 89.9
Serveware 86.9
Artifact 84
Pottery 81.8
Vase 80.1
Art 79.5
Gas 75.6
Ceramic 74.3
earthenware 73.5
Sculpture 72.9
Porcelain 68.6
Metal 67.6
Glass 66.2
Antique 66
Cylinder 64.2
Monochrome photography 63.2
History 62.8
Still life photography 62.3

Microsoft
created on 2022-06-10

vase 96.6
art 83.8
jar 74.5
black and white 63.8
vessel 58
ceramic ware 55.8
porcelain 4.1

Color Analysis

Feature analysis

Amazon

Milk

Clarifai

Vase

AWS Rekognition

Milk 73.6%

Categories

Imagga
created on 2022-06-10

streetview architecture 67%
paintings art 32.3%

Captions

Microsoft
created by unknown on 2022-06-10

a vase sitting on a table 62%
a vase sitting on top of a table 58.8%
a vase is sitting on a table 51.1%

Salesforce

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-07

an old black and white photo of a vase with a man on it

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-04-29

a photograph of a black and white vase with a vase on top

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-11

This image shows a black-and-white photograph of an ancient pottery vessel, likely of Greek origin. The vessel is a type of long-necked jar or jug with a thin, curved handle extending from the neck to the upper body. It features a flat base and a tall, slender body tapering slightly inward. The neck is proportionally narrower and curved inward toward the opening, which appears damaged or incomplete.

The surface of the jug has some painted decoration visible, including a band of dots near the top and faint depictions of what appear to be stylized figures or geometric shapes, though details are worn or unclear. The vessel shows signs of age, cracks, and damage, suggesting it may have been reconstructed or restored. The object rests against a plain neutral background, emphasizing its historical and artistic significance.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-11

The image depicts an ancient Greek ceramic vessel, specifically a black-figure lekythos. A lekythos is a type of container often used for storing oils, particularly olive oil. This vessel has a narrow body, a single handle connecting the neck to the shoulder, and a footed base. The body of the lekythos is decorated in the black-figure style, which was common in Greek pottery. This style is characterized by dark figures against the natural red clay background. The decorations appear to include a band of patterned design near the top, with possibly a scene involving human or animal figures in the middle section. The handle is partially visible at the back, and the top of the vessel is slightly damaged as seen by the chipped edges. The surface of the pottery shows evidence of wear and age, which is typical for artifacts of this historical period.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-18

The image shows an ancient Greek ceramic vessel, likely an amphora or similar type of storage jar. The vessel has a distinctive shape with a tall, narrow neck and a rounded body. The surface of the vessel is decorated with intricate patterns and designs, suggesting it was an ornamental or ceremonial piece rather than a purely functional container. The image is in black and white, giving it an antique and historical feel. Overall, the image depicts a well-preserved example of ancient Greek pottery and its artistic craftsmanship.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-18

This image shows an ancient Greek lekythos, which is a type of ceramic vessel used for storing oils or perfumes. It has a tall, slender body with a narrow neck and a single curved handle. The vessel appears to have some decorative elements, including what looks like a painted scene or pattern in the middle section and a dotted band near the shoulder. The bottom portion is darker in color and it stands on a circular foot. The image is in black and white, showing what appears to be an archaeological or museum specimen. This type of vessel was commonly used in ancient Greek daily life and funeral practices.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image presents a black-and-white photograph of an ancient clay vessel, likely originating from the Mediterranean region and dating back to the Hellenistic period (323-31 BCE). The vessel's design features a narrow neck and handle, with a body that tapers towards the base. The body is adorned with a decorative pattern, possibly depicting a horse or other animal, although the image quality makes it difficult to discern with certainty. The vessel's base is circular and flat, and it appears to be crafted from a single piece of clay, with no visible seams or joints. The overall appearance of the vessel suggests that it was created using traditional pottery techniques of the time, such as hand-building or wheel-throwing. The image provides a glimpse into the artistic and cultural practices of the Hellenistic period, highlighting the importance of ceramics in daily life and ceremonial contexts.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image depicts a black and white photograph of an ancient Greek vase, showcasing its intricate design and craftsmanship. The vase is positioned centrally in the frame, with its handle on the right side and its spout on the left. The body of the vase features a decorative band around the middle, adorned with a pattern of lines and dots. Below this band, there is a depiction of a chariot being pulled by two horses, adding to the vase's aesthetic appeal.

The vase itself appears to be made of clay or ceramic material, with a dark gray color that suggests it may have been fired at high temperatures. The surface of the vase is rough and textured, giving it a tactile quality that invites the viewer to touch. The base of the vase is wide and flat, providing stability and balance to the overall design.

In the background, a plain white wall provides a clean and neutral backdrop for the vase, allowing the viewer to focus on its details and craftsmanship. The overall effect of the image is one of elegance and sophistication, highlighting the beauty and artistry of ancient Greek pottery.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image shows an old ceramic vase with a handle and a cylindrical body. The vase has a broken top and a cracked body, with a black and white design on the side. The design appears to be a drawing of a person with a long neck and a long tail, possibly a mythical creature or a symbol. The vase is placed on a white surface, and the image has a black and white filter.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of an ancient vase. The vase has a long neck and a handle on one side. It has a wide body and a flat base. The vase appears to be made of clay and has a worn-out appearance, with some cracks and scratches on its surface. The vase is placed on a white surface, possibly a table or a shelf.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-27

Here is a description of the image:

The black and white image shows a lekythos, a type of ancient Greek oil flask. The lekythos is standing upright and is mostly intact, though there are visible cracks and a portion of the neck is missing, revealing a jagged edge. The vase has a distinct shape with a cylindrical body resting on a rounded base that flares out to a flat, circular foot. The top of the vase tapers into a narrower neck with a flat, flaring shoulder that leads to a vertical handle. The handle extends from the shoulder to the neck just below the broken top.

The vase is decorated with a series of horizontal lines that divide the body into sections. The upper section features a frieze of figures or decorative patterns, though the details are not entirely clear due to the image quality. The lower part of the body is a darker tone, likely indicating a different color or a thicker glaze. A decorative band of dots encircles the area where the neck meets the body.

The overall impression is of an artifact of some age, showing signs of wear and repair. The vase is set against a plain, light-colored background that helps to highlight its form and details.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-27

The image shows a black and white photograph of an ancient Greek vase. The vase is tall and slender, with a rounded base and a long neck that has a handle. The top of the vase is broken. The vase is decorated with what appears to be a red painted scene of figures and other designs. The vase is centered against a plain background. The quality of the photo is good, allowing for a clear view of the details of the vase.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-03

The image depicts an ancient ceramic vessel, specifically a type known as a lekythos. This type of vessel was commonly used in ancient Greece for storing oil, particularly olive oil, which was used for various purposes including anointing the dead.

Key features of the lekythos in the image:

  1. Shape and Structure: The vessel has a tall, slender body with a narrow neck and a single handle attached to the neck and shoulder. The base is relatively broad and stable.
  2. Decoration: The body of the lekythos is adorned with black-figure or red-figure decoration, typical of ancient Greek pottery. The visible design appears to include human figures, possibly engaged in some form of activity or ritual.
  3. Condition: The vessel shows signs of wear and damage, with visible cracks and chips, particularly around the neck and handle area. This indicates its age and historical use.
  4. Color: The pottery is predominantly a terracotta color with black decorative elements, which is characteristic of ancient Greek ceramics.

Overall, this lekythos is a significant artifact that provides insight into the art, culture, and daily life of ancient Greece.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-06-27

The image depicts a classical pottery vessel, likely an ancient Greek amphora or similar type of container. It has a tall, cylindrical body with a rounded base and a narrow neck that tapers into a handle. The handle is integrated into the top of the neck, curving gracefully. The surface of the pot is decorated with dark-colored designs against a lighter background, which appears to be a form of ancient Greek pottery painting, possibly black-figure or red-figure, although the specific details of the design are not immediately clear.

The pot seems to be in a state of age and wear, with visible cracks and damage, suggesting it is an artifact from an archaeological context. The background is plain and light-colored, which contrasts with the dark tones of the pottery, making it stand out prominently.

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-06-27

This image shows an ancient pottery vessel, likely a type of jug or amphora. The vessel is tall and cylindrical with a rounded base and a narrow neck. It has a single handle that arches from the shoulder to the top of the neck. The surface of the vessel appears to have some decorative elements, possibly depicting figures or symbols, but the details are somewhat faded or obscured. The overall color of the vessel is a dark gray or black, and it seems to be made of clay. The vessel is placed on a flat, circular base. The image is in black and white, which suggests it might be an older photograph.